This book traces the historical spread of Islam throughout Africa. It also examines current issues and controversies surrounding the Muslim faith in Africa, including fundamentalist interpretations of Islam, efforts to impose Islamic law in countries with mixed Muslim and non-Muslim populations, and religious-based violence.
Presents a brief history of religious traditions and beliefs in Africa, the spread of Christianity and Islam in Africa, and the effects of religious conflicts.
Presents dictionary entries about the major gods, heroes, and imaginary creatures of Greek and Roman mythology, along with information on some key historical figures and philosophical schools of thought.
A history of Jerusalem and its three religions, examining what the holy city means to Christians, Jews, and Muslims, and the implications of Jerusalem's sanctity in each tradition.
Explores life in ancient Greece through a discussion of sixteen major gods and goddesses, showing how they were portrayed in art, their family relationships, and their places in Greek society.
"Deeply religious, the ancient Greeks honored many gods and goddesses. The ancient Greeks believed these gods and goddesses had great power over the weather and the Earth. But they weren't all-powerful, and they had flaws. From Zeus to Athena, read about the family of gods and goddesses that the ancient Greeks believed watched over them"--Provided by the publisher.
Julian the Apostate and the death of the ancient world
Murdoch, Adrian
2008
Presents a comprehensive history of Julian, the grandson of Constantine, and the reforms he enacted in the fourth century A.D. that limited the role of Christianity in the social and political life of the Roman Empire.
